What is another word for usuriously?

Pronunciation: [juːzjˈʊɹɪəsli] (IPA)

Usuriously means excessively or unfairly high, especially when it comes to interest rates or monetary transactions. Synonyms for usuriously include exorbitantly, extravagantly, unreasonably, insanely, unfairly, oppressively, and unethically. These words convey the same meaning of charging unreasonable or unjustified fees or interests, often exploiting one's financial situation or urgency. Other synonyms for this term are rapacious, greedy, and predatory. Including adjectives like illicit, illicitly, and unlawfully can also help emphasize the illegal or unlawful aspects of the transaction. These words help convey the significance of the high cost, which can range from minor to disastrous, especially for someone already under financial duress.

What are the hypernyms for Usuriously?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Usuriously

From a judgment which can not discriminate, a temper which will not censure, and a hunger for popularity, which can feed on the coarsest applause, she flatters egregiously and universally, on the principle of being paid back usuriously in the same coin.
"Coelebs In Search of a Wife"
Hannah More

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